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MERCER CO. MAN Inmate commits suicide in cell
The killer hanged himself between inmate bed checks, a prison spokeswoman said. By HAROLD GWIN
Revised budget narrows revenue-spending gap
The district is still looking at a 3-mill property tax increase. SHARON, Pa.-- The Sharon City
EVERYBODY ELSE'S SPORT
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Any sport sounds stupid on paper. Sitting in a boat dangling a string in the
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NEW CASTLE Store operator in jail on drug charges
Issa Haddad will likely be deported after he serves his prison term. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
MONDAY'S GAMES
MONDAY'S GAMES American League Detroit 7, Boston 6, 10 innings Toronto 6, Tampa Bay 1
COURTS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David A. Ciolli, 25, of 3480 Flo Lor Drive #2D, Youngstown,
WARREN Group courts kids for tennis
By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A local group wants to see more inner-city
BASEBALL/SOFTBALL
BASEBALL/SOFTBALL Liberty Township Baseball Association -- will hold an All-Star tournament for
Grand jury gets case
Grand jury gets case WARREN -- A Trumbull County grand jury will soon decide if a 24-year-old
AUTO INDUSTRY Cavalier, Sunfire sales increase
GM sales were off 12 percent despite strong sales for the Cavalier. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS DETROIT
CANFIELD TWP. Sports center ruling delayed
The proposed complex is being promoted as one of the largest in the state. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
YOUNGSTOWN Traficant's voting record panned
Two Northeast Ohio congressmen received perfect scores from the lobbying group. By DAVID SKOLNICK
SANDLOT BASEBALL Riordan Sports gains 12-7 win over Lazart
Jeff Donston and Josh Pratt keyed Riordan Sports' attack in the Class B League. STRUTHERS -- Jeff
HUBBARD Sidewalk funding receives initial OK
Councilwoman Bonnie Viele asked for legislation concerning a travel policy. By TIM YOVICH
CANFIELD Troopers write 156 tickets during Super Nats weekend
The patrol also made four DUI arrests and handled five car accidents. CANFIELD -- Troopers from
BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth Daniel and Dana Phillips, 5162 Oakcrest Ave., Youngstown, boy, May 31 (correction).
CANFIELD The Hot Rod Super Nationals draws crowd topping 51,000
The sheriff's department had no accident calls at this year's event. CANFIELD -- Troopers from the
Drug and gun charges
Drug and gun charges YOUNGSTOWN -- A cracked windshield led to drug and gun charges against
BROOKFIELD Former officer charged with menacing
If convicted , the former police officer could receive up to seven months in jail and a $1,250 fine,
WARREN Juvenile released from Youth Services
A ruling on the boy's case states that the court failed to make sure the boy's guardian was notified
Father and son deemed 'significant suburban drug dealers'
STRUTHERS -- Officers have confiscated 20 ounces, or 1.25 pounds, of compressed powder cocaine, drug
SHARON School board to borrow additional $3 million
The bond issue will cost the average residential taxpayer about $30 more a year. By HAROLD GWIN
Agassi moves on
Agassi moves on For the second time in as many matches, Andre Agassi, the oldest player left in
Nursing home inspector resigns
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Board of Health accepted "with regret" the resignation of Nancy Potter,
YOUNGSTOWN Sex crime program offers tips
Law enforcement officials learn that the Internet is 'not just a world of make-believe.' By
Tod fund-raiser
Tod fund-raiser YOUNGSTOWN -- Sunday's Miracle Network Telethon raised more than $840,000,
STATE QUALIFIERS
STATE QUALIFIERS Division III track & amp; field BOYS Columbiana: Derek Garrod (100,
Second chance to be civil
Opinion: Life offers so few second chances that it's a shame to pass one up. But the Newton Falls Civil
GORDON JAMES CAREER CENTER School's out -- for good
The center will close today after 25 years. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
CICADAS Fast facts
Size: Adult cicadas tend to be large (about 1 to 2 inches), and most North American species have
Mercer County receives Pennsylvania housing grant
SHARON, Pa. -- Mercer County Community Action Agency has been awarded a $148,613 state grant to help
YOUNGSTOWN Suspect sought in drive-by shooting
An eyewitness to the shooting said the South Side neighborhood is getting crazy. YOUNGSTOWN --
HOMELAND PROTECTION INC. Experts say radiation detectors are useless
If you hear a radiation detector alarm go off, it's too late, an expert said. NEW YORK (AP) -- A
WARREN Pledged money will support events
Events such as Noon in the Park, Chalk on the Walk and Opening Night will continue. WARREN -- The
LERNERVILLE SPEEDWAY
LERNERVILLE SPEEDWAY Sprint Feature 1. Rod George, Kittanning. 2. Ed Lynch Jr., Apollo. 3. Jamie
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball & amp; softball
BASEBALL Babe Ruth (14-15s) Sluggers 5, Commercial Neon 2 -- Tyler Stanley, Calvin Clayton, and
Indictment handed up
Indictment handed up CLEVELAND -- A federal grand jury has handed up an indictment in U.S.
REUNIONS
XThe 80th Beight family reunion will be held from 4 to 9 p.m. June 16 at Hoffmaster Pavilion.
YOUNGSTOWN Jury finds Shawn Greene guilty of murder
The South Sider will be sentenced Thursday to 18 years to life in prison. By BOB JACKSON
Woman found dead at apartment
AUSTINTOWN -- Police and the Mahoning County Coroner's Office are investigating the case of a woman
NEWTON FALLS Council has yet to set special vote
Debate about filling an open council seat dominated village council's meeting. NEWTON FALLS --
Cicadas Bug a Girard Neighborhood
Cicadas have infested the neighborhood, leaving homeowners busy sweeping up. By TIM YOVICH
By TIM YOVICH
By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF GIRARD -- "We're going buggy on Squaw Creek Drive," Art
Clemson 'cool' about chances
By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF Christen Clemson thought about the question for a moment,
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Fan's quest for grill ends in sweet victory
Wayne Mancino has a small office with a red awning on Market Street in Boardman. If you ever drive